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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Rice Sector in China The rice market in China is undergoing a whirlwind of change in 2025. From sweeping government policy shifts to major supply chain innovations and unpredictable weather events, the dynamics of the rice industry are anything but stable right now. As the world’s largest…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Rice Sector in Vietnam Vietnam’s rice industry in 2025 is standing at a critical crossroads. Following a record-breaking year in 2024 with exports hitting 9.04 million tonnes, the country is now facing a decline in outbound shipments, projected at just 7.5 million tonnes for this year. But…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Cashew Nut Sector in Vietnam Vietnam’s cashew nut industry is going through a whirlwind of challenges and opportunities in 2025. From shifting trade policies to wild supply chain fluctuations, it’s a real balancing act for producers, exporters, and buyers alike. A major disruptor? The 10% U.S. import…
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Introduction – Vietnam’s Pepper Market by the Numbers Vietnam isn’t just playing in the global pepper game—it’s absolutely dominating it. In fact, Vietnam accounts for around 40% of the world’s total pepper output, making it the largest pepper producer and exporter globally. In 2024 alone, the country exported over 250,600 tonnes of pepper, raking…
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Introduction – Exploring Vietnam’s Reputation for Quality Rice If you’re serious about sourcing the best rice, Vietnam should be at the top of your list. Why? Because Vietnam isn’t just a major player in the global rice market—it’s a master of the craft. With a tropical monsoon climate, nutrient-rich river deltas, and generations of…
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Introduction – Exploring Vietnam’s Reputation for Quality Rice When you think about global rice exports, Vietnam undoubtedly makes the top of the list. This Southeast Asian nation has developed a strong reputation for producing some of the world’s finest rice, thanks to its unique combination of fertile delta regions, favorable tropical climate, and generations…
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Introduction – Vietnam’s Rice Market by the Numbers If there’s one thing Vietnam does exceptionally well, it’s growing and exporting rice. In fact, Vietnam is not just a regional player—it’s a global titan in the rice trade. With a commanding 12% share of the global rice market in 2024, it consistently ranks among the…
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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Coffee Bean Sector in Brazil Brazil’s coffee bean market has always been a cornerstone of the global coffee trade. But as we step into 2025, the landscape is shifting fast—and not always in predictable ways. For starters, the weather has been a rollercoaster. Droughts in 2024 left…